Sophie

Sophie is very much alive, just not exactly kicking.

From the beginning, veterinarians warned us that she would be prone to arthritis, due to her bowed legs and the way her body is constructed. She’s been taking daily doggie doses of glucosamine chondroitin for years.

This past year, she’s found it difficult to get herself in motion. Her back legs would hesitate and limp until she shook herself and got them activated. 

And then, about six weeks ago, they grew a whole lot worse. Her back legs don’t want to work at all, particularly the left one. She can get on her feet and hobble, but a lot of her travel is scooting on her bottom. She’s really developing those shoulder muscles, since they have to do most of the work.

We’re developing our shoulder muscles too! Hefting twenty pounds of dog around builds muscles, but I’m finding it hard on my knees.

Sophie’s first vet visit resulted in a prescription for NSAIDS, and the recommendation of acupuncture or other therapy. She’s had two acupuncture appointments, with uncertain results.

The good news is Sophie retains her-humor, her appetite, and her interest in everything going on around her.

The labor shortage is evident here. Our vet clinic is down one doctor, so Sophie’s next visit isn’t until the end of the month. And our spring AC checkup got postponed till July due to our Covid. Now it’s been postponed until August! due to their staff shortages.

Does anyone know where we can find doggie wheels?

Do they make strollers for dogs?